Drugs
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Sukkarto SR (Metformin) For Diabetes
Sukkarto SR, the active ingredient of which is metformin, is used to treat high blood sugar levels caused by a type of diabetes or sugar diabetes called type 2 diabetes. People with type 2 diabetes cannot transport insulin produced by the pancreas into body cells. Using metformin, the active ingredient…
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Proxalin-plus (Naproxen, Acetaminophen)
Proxalin-plus is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) whose active ingredients are naproxen and acetaminophen (paracetamol) and works by reducing inflammation and pain in the body. It is generally used for conditions such as bursitis, gout, menstrual cramps, ankylosing spondylitis and tendinitis. There are two components in the medicine. If we…
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Viteen c (500 mg/1000 mg): Usage, Risks And Side Effects
Viteen c is an effervescent tablet containing vitamin C. Available in 500 mg and 1000 mg presentations. It is used in case of vitamin C deficiency. Since it is vitamin C, it is generally safe to use (in safe doses). What Is Vitamin C? Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) contained in…
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Cafiaspirina 500 mg: Usage, Side Effects And Precautions
Cafiaspirina is a drug (500 mg/50 mg) whose active ingredients are acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin) and caffeine. Cafiaspirina is used to reduce fever and relieve mild to moderate pain from headaches, menstrual periods, arthritis, toothaches, and muscle aches. In some cases, this medicine is also used to prevent heart attacks in…
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How Long Does Dilaudid Stay In Your System?
Dilaudid is a drug whose active ingredient is hydromorphone. It is used to relieve pain. This medication is used to relieve severe pain in people who are expected to need pain medication for a long time and cannot be treated with other medications. The ingredient in the drug, hydromorphone, is…
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Supartz Injection: Usage, Side Effects, Precautions
Supartz injection is a drug used to treat knee osteoarthritis (OA) pain, whose active ingredient is Hyaluronic Acid (Injection). This injection has fewer side effects compared to NSAIDs (eg ibuprofen). It acts by reducing joint stiffness and increasing mobility. Supartz injection can potentially help delay the time to total knee…
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Durolane Injection: Usage, Precautions And Side Effects
Durolane Injection is a medicine whose active ingredient is sodium hyaluronate. Sodium hyaluronate is similar to a substance found naturally in joints that helps joints function properly by acting as a lubricant and shock absorber. Durolane injection is injected directly into the knee to relieve pain caused by osteoarthritis. This…
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Tradea: Usage, Side Effects, Precautions And More
Tradea is a drug whose active ingredient is methylphenidate, used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). This drug belongs to the group of drugs called central nervous system (CNS) stimulants. Tradea is also used to treat narcolepsy (an uncontrollable desire to sleep or a sudden attack of deep sleep).…
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Dexivant 30/60 mg: Uses, Side Effects, Precautions And More
Dexivant is a medication with the active ingredient dexlansoprazole, used to treat certain conditions where there is too much acid in the stomach. It is used to treat heartburn or erosive esophagitis caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a condition in which acid from the stomach backs up into the…
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What Is Benzetacil? What Is It Used For?
Benzetacil is a medicine whose active ingredient is penicillin G benzathine, used to treat and prevent certain infections caused by bacteria. In some countries (Brazil, Ecuador, Latvia, Mexico, Spain) it is known as “benzylpenicillin benzathine”. This medicine is especially used to treat sore throat, diphtheria, syphilis, and yaws. It is…
